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Published: April 8, 2020 Last Modified: April 8, 2020 By Sara 15 Comments

Lobster Roll Recipe

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This lobster roll recipe is fresh lobster chunks tossed in a mixture of mayonnaise, lemon juice and herbs, then served in toasted, buttered buns. A New England classic that’s easy to make and always gets rave reviews!

You can never go wrong with fresh seafood, whether it’s a shrimp boil, hot crab dip or these super delicious lobster rolls. Lobster sandwiches are the absolute best way to showcase this succulent seafood variety!

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A lobster roll filled with a creamy seafood mixture and served with chips.

There’s nothing better than a lobster roll, that combination of creamy lobster salad on a buttery bun just can’t be beat! My version takes just minutes to put together, and is always a big hit.

How to cook a lobster

You can use live lobsters or pre-cooked lobster for this recipe. To cook live lobsters, place 3 inches of salted water in a pot and bring it to a boil. Add the lobsters, cover the pot, then cook for 7-8 minutes for a 1 1/4 pound lobster. Remove the lobsters from the water, then let them cool and remove the tail and claw meat from the lobsters. Cut the meat into 3/4 inch pieces and you’ll be ready to proceed with the recipe.

If you’re cooking lobster tails, you can steam them, or roast them in the oven. Broil the lobster tails for 10 minutes or until the flesh is red and opaque. Let the tails cool, then dice the meat to use in your sandwiches.

Chunks of lobster meat in a bowl.

How do you make a lobster roll?

Place cubes of lobster meat in a bowl along with mayonnaise, lemon juice, celery, chives, salt and pepper. Gently mix the lobster with the seasonings until it’s well combined. Spread butter on the outside of split top hot dog buns, then toast the buns in a pan on the stove. Place a lettuce leaf into each bun, then mound the lobster mixture on top. Add a sprinkle of chives if desired, then serve immediately.

Lobster, chives, celery and mayonnaise in a bowl.

Tips for the perfect sandwiches

  • The lobster salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 8 hours before you plan to serve it.
  • This recipe is most authentic when split-top hot dog buns are used. If you can’t find split-top buns, feel free to use regular hot dog buns or even french rolls.
  • I like to serve my sandwiches with lettuce in them, but you can omit the lettuce if you just want pure lobster!
  • Any type of lobster will work for this recipe. While Maine lobster is the classic variety used, rock lobster will also work just fine.
  • Feel free to use lobster claw meat, tail meat, or a combination of the two.
  • I recommend using fresh lobster, but frozen lobster will also work. Just be sure to thaw it completely before you cook it.

Lobster salad in a bowl in a creamy dressing.

Lobster Roll Variations

This sandwich recipe is absolutely delicious as-is, but you can change up the ingredients to customize it to your tastes.

  • Connecticut Style: Instead of making a cold sandwich, toss warm chunks of lobster with melted butter, parsley and salt and pepper.
  • BLT: Add cooked strips of bacon and sliced tomato to the sandwiches.
  • Avocado: You can add chunks of avocado to the lobster salad, or place slices of avocado into the buns.
  • Spicy: Add hot sauce or sriracha sauce to taste.
  • Seafood: Mix in shrimp and crab with the lobster.

Lobster roll with chunks of fresh lobster meat in a buttered and toasted bun.

More fabulous seafood recipes

  • Coconut Shrimp
  • Seafood Pasta
  • Broiled Salmon
  • Bacon Wrapped Scallops
  • Cajun Shrimp Pasta

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A plate of lobster roll served with chips.
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Lobster Roll

This lobster roll recipe is fresh lobster chunks tossed in a mixture of mayonnaise, lemon juice and herbs, then served in toasted, buttered buns. A New England classic that's easy to make and always gets rave reviews!
Course Main
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 150kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds cooked lobster meat approximately 3 1/2 cups, cut into 3/4 inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup celery finely chopped, use the tender inner stalks
  • 1 tablespoon chives thinly sliced, plus more for garnish if desired
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 split top hot dog buns
  • 2 tablespoons butter softened

Instructions

  • Place the lobster meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, celery, chives, salt and pepper in a bowl. Stir gently to combine.
  • Spread the butter onto the outer sides of each bun. Place the buns in a pan or on a griddle over medium heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
  • Divide the lobster mixture among the buns. Serve immediately, garnished with additional chives if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 145mg | Potassium: 52mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 733IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Pat says

      April 2, 2022 at 7:11 pm

      Sounds delicious and will make soon! I think I’ll use sub rolls, though.

      Reply
    2. Bebe says

      July 26, 2021 at 9:43 am

      5 stars
      I made this for dinner and it was outstanding!

      Reply
    3. Valerie says

      February 19, 2021 at 4:29 pm

      5 stars
      I used half the mayo (as recommended by another reviewer) and added 1/4 tsp Old Bay Seasoning to the mix. Also used pairs of King’s Hawaiian Rolls split and grilled as in recipe. Absolutely delicious!! And a huge hit with the family! Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    4. Dan says

      January 16, 2021 at 12:41 pm

      1/4 cup mayo is way to much it takes away from the lobster next time I’ll use half . But all and all good recipe. I had an extra 4lb lobster leftover from the night before broke all down tail claws and nuckles. Delicious

      Reply
    5. Candy says

      July 20, 2020 at 5:25 pm

      5 stars
      These were yummy! Of course my husband added hot sauce but I enjoyed just plain

      Reply
    6. Patty says

      April 19, 2020 at 6:13 pm

      5 stars
      I am literally drooling all over the place right now! These lobster rolls … OMG! And to top it off they are served on toasted, buttered buns. I think I’m in love!

      Reply
    7. Kathryn says

      April 19, 2020 at 6:00 pm

      5 stars
      Lobster rolls are my husband’s absolutely favorite — so I think he’d die and go to heaven if I made these soon! Can’t wait to try them!

      Reply
    8. Janelle says

      April 19, 2020 at 4:34 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you for the roll inspo! Looks good!

      Reply
    9. Denay DeGuzman says

      April 19, 2020 at 4:22 pm

      5 stars
      I’m salivating over this delicious lobster roll recipe! I’ve been craving seafood, and this would be a wonderful meal for lunch or dinner. I’m adding the ingredients to this week’s grocery list!

      Reply
    10. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says

      April 19, 2020 at 2:30 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so good! I love myself some lobster . A lobster roll sounds like the perfect lunch option right now!

      Reply
    11. Nart says

      April 14, 2020 at 8:47 pm

      5 stars
      Look so delicious I could do with one or two right now!!

      Reply
    12. Emily says

      April 14, 2020 at 8:09 pm

      5 stars
      OH MY GOSH. I’m drooling over this recipe. So many flavors packed into something I can hold in my hand. YUM!

      Reply
    13. Anita says

      April 14, 2020 at 7:48 pm

      5 stars
      This is an amazingly delicious way to enjoy lobster. I need to make this more often.

      Reply
    14. Emily Liao says

      April 14, 2020 at 7:40 pm

      5 stars
      Wow, this lobster roll was so delicious! Just whipped this up for dinner and the flavors are on point.

      Reply
    15. Laura says

      April 14, 2020 at 7:35 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely love lobster and I don’t cook with it enough- thanks for the inspo!

      Reply

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